Why do we simulate particulate discharge?
Simulating particulate discharge is crucial for understanding the behavior and impact of drilling operations. This process supports compliance with international and local regulations, monitors releases, and serves as a valuable decision-making tool.
How do we simulate particulate discharge?
At H-ES, we use ParTrack to simulate the release of particles during drilling. Our team collects essential input data, including discharge components, well architecture, release duration, and metocean and environmental data. After simulation, we process the data using Python and input it into ArcGIS for detailed analysis and visualisation. This ensures we provide our clients with precise and actionable information.
By employing advanced simulation tools and rigorous data analysis, H-ES delivers accurate insights and solutions for effective environmental management and regulatory compliance.
What do we simulate?
- Dispersion and dilution of chemical and deposits in 3D
- Environmental risk in the water column and seafloor
- Contribution of each component to the global environmental risk
Requirements:
- Discharge components
- Well architecture
- Release duration
- Environmental parameters
- Metocean data
- Release coordinates
- Time set and output interval
- Depth database
Deliverables:
- Environmental impact assessment for the water column and sediments
- Highlighting most impacting components
- Comparative studies
- Complementary studies to offshore EBS / EMS
Case studies
Brine Release Case Environmental Impact
The goal of an environmental modelling study of brine release at sea is to predict the dispersion and ecological impact of brine discharges from desalination plants or other industrial processes. This study involves simulating the movement and dilution of high-salinity water, assessing how it interacts with marine currents, temperature gradients, […]
Drilling Discharge Case Environmental Impact
The goal of a drilling discharge modelling study is to predict the dispersion and environmental impact of discharge from offshore drilling operations. This involves simulating the release and spread of drilling fluids, cuttings, and other contaminants into the marine environment, considering variables such as water currents, sediment characteristics, and biological […]
Oil Spill Contingency Planning Study Blowout Case
The goal of an oil spill modelling study for oil spill contingency planning is to predict the behaviour and impact of potential oil spills to develop effective response strategies and minimise environmental damage. These types of studies aim to simulate various spill scenarios, considering factors such as oil type, spill […]